ABOUT THE PENTACLE: The pentacle represents the stages of life, being birth,
initiation, consummation, repose, and death, with the circle bringing us back to birth in
the cycle of reincarnation. The pentacle has been a symbol of protection for thousands of
years. It represents the domination of Spirit or Divine Will over base matter, and the
elements of Spirit, Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. The pentacle is also associated with
prosperity and abundance (the element of Earth within the Tarot system). The pentacle is
often confused with the pentagram, which is a five pointed star without the circle.

ABOUT THE BAT: The Bat is a guardian of the night, and is a Spirit
messenger. Bats are considered to be good luck, and are said to bring
happiness and peace. A totem of the shaman, bat teaches us to go into the
night of our inner darkness and emerge reborn, reminding us that eyes are
but one way of seeing clearly. Bat hangs above, a silent guardian,
observing all that goes on, and conveys the messages of Spirit. Invoke
Bat Spirit for wisdom, and protection in the night.